NFSHW26: Pathways to Progress: Safer Routes, Stronger Communities
Summary: Each fall, traffic and activity increase on our rural roadways. Tractors and farm equipment are on the move and share the road with other vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians, and school buses back on their daily routes. Unfortunately, this increased activity increases preventable roadway incidents—often caused by distractions, limited visibility, or simply being in a rush. Therefore, it’s the perfect time to recognize, re-examine, refocus and recommit to safety to ensure everyone safely returns home! As we enter this busy time of year, it is crucial to build awareness to keep our families, friends, and neighbors safe. During this webinar, we will explore common roadway hazards and share important safety tips. Additionally, we will highlight the Progressive Agriculture Foundation’s Rural Road Ready initiative. Discover what youth have learned about ATV/UTV, bicycle, farm equipment, railroad, roadway, and tractor safety through participation in Progressive Agriculture Safety Day, Safety Academy, and Safety Zone programs.
Intended Audience: parents, Extension professionals, ag educators, safety & health professionals, healthcare providers, etc.
Objectives: By the end of this session, participants will be able to…
- Identify common rural roadway hazards that increase during the fall harvest season.
- Recognize the shared responsibility of motorists and farm equipment operators in preventing roadway incidents.
- Apply practical safety strategies to reduce distractions, improve visibility, and make safer decisions on rural roads.
- Learn the importance of slowing down, staying alert, and exercising patience when sharing the road with farm equipment and other roadway users.
- Understand the Progressive Agriculture Foundation’s role in educating youth about rural roadway safety.
Presenter: Jana L. Davidson, M.Ed, Program Manager, Progressive Agriculture Foundation
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Continuing Education: The University of Cincinnati, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals, BCSP criteria for safety professionals, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity.
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